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Banking & Finance | UK Bar

Western (Bar)

This section principally focuses on litigation relating to commercial banking activities. Types of matters include litigation for claims of mis-selling of financial products, professional negligence, breaches of warranty, civil fraud and matters arising out of bank failures and state bailouts.

Rankings overview for Sets

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  1. Hugh Sims KCGuildhall Chambers
  2. Stephen Davies KCEnterprise Chambers
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  1. Jay JagasiaGuildhall Chambers
  2. John VirgoGuildhall Chambers
  3. Neil LevyEnterprise Chambers
  4. Stefan RamelGuildhall Chambers
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  1. Holly DoyleGuildhall Chambers
  2. Lucy WalkerGuildhall Chambers

All Sets profiles

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Band 1

  1. Guildhall Chambers
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    Guildhall Chambers
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked

    Guildhall Chambers is a much-lauded commercial set with significant capability in banking and finance disputes. The set houses a talented team which includes pre-eminent silks and knowledgeable juniors. Members regularly act for and against major banks and other financial institutions. Members have been particularly active in cases concerning lender and bank liabilities. One interviewee noted that: "Guildhall Chambers is well ahead of the rest of the Bristol market and competes with the leading London sets," while another commented that the team has "a very long track record for banking and finance disputes and this is reflected in its excellent bench."

    Stephen Arnold is the senior practice manager.

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Band 2

  1. Enterprise Chambers
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    Enterprise Chambers
    Banking & Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked

    Enterprise Chambers is a pre-eminent national set with a strong presence on the Western Circuit. Members are routinely instructed on behalf of claimants and defendants in high-stakes banking and finance disputes. The set draws on its complementary strengths in insolvency and professional negligence to offer clients a full offering. One client noted: "The set is extremely knowledgeable about both the law and banking practice meaning that their advice is always technically great and also practical."